PSA: You Need a FREE Doughnut Today, National Doughnut Day

Two of the largest doughnut chains in the country are offering up freebies so line up.

By
Zoe Bain

Jun 06, 2014

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Friday, June 6, is National Doughnut Day — quite possibly the best food holiday of the year. The special day dedicated to everyone's favorite fried and iced dough began back in 1938. Credit goes to the Chicago Salvation Army, which originally started the holiday to commemorate women who served doughnuts to soldiers during World War I. To celebrate, two of the largest doughnut chains in the country are offering up freebies.

Krispy Kreme fans can score a free doughnut of any variety (no purchase necessary) at participating locations in the U.S. and Canada. And you can even get one of the new limited-edition doughnuts, which include Birthday Cake Batter and Brownie Batter flavors.

Dunkin' Donuts is also giving away a free dessert in honor of the holiday. Purchase any beverage and you will receive a free doughnut of your choice (while supplies last.) Customers can try the new Blueberry Cobbler Donut, which features a yeast shell doughnut with blueberry filling, white dipping icing, and coffee cake streusel topping.